Poon Hill Trek – Short & Easy Trekking in Annapurna

Poon Hill trek is one of the most celebrated trekking in Annapurna region of Nepal starts from beautiful city Pokhara. The short trekking is famous for all sunrise and sunset view over the Himalayas of Annapurna range. It is the combination of walking into the cultural villages and natural hills with awesome views of snowcapped mountain peaks, green forest and farming lands.

Why Poon Hill Trek is Famous?

Poon hill trek is very famous among the domestic and international tourist because it offers really memorable experience of easy walking with superb views of mountain peaks. It passes through many warm hospitable ethnic community villages which gives close overview of Nepalese lifestyle and interaction with people.

Poon Hill Height:

The Poonhill top is just 3210 meters above the sea level. It is just the risk free height of altitude sickness. So every people without any risk can do the trek to Poon Hill. Poon hill summit offers 360 degree views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and other part of western Nepal.

Where to start Poon Hill trek?

Poon hill trek starts from Pokhara by bus and after an hour drive real trekking starts from Tikhedhunga. Poon hill trek from Pokhara can be start from reverse direction from Phedi also but the common trekking starts from Pokhara to Tikhedhunga. The Poon hill trek map shows the entire walking route and major places during trekking.

Trekking Duration:

Poon hill trek can be done within 3 to 7 days. Some common packages are poon hill trek 5 days, poon hill trek 4 days, poon hill trek 3 days where as more than a week can be spend in Annapurna lower area by visiting other village and hill stations. Poon hill trek combine with Annapurna Base Camp Trek is also possible within a week.

Trekking distance

You will trek about 34 kilometer long distance during the trek and you will travel by car about 75 kilometers to and from Pokhara to trekking starting and ending point.

Trekking Cost

Poon hill trek cost depends upon the services you want in your trip. A budget traveler can do this trek within around 300 USD which is enough to stay in basic lodge, eat three time simple meal and hire a guide for your trekking. You can get a car from Pokhara to return to Pokhara.